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E499
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Cassia gumEmulsifiers, Thickeners, Gelling agents
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Description
Cassia gum is a natural polysaccharideA carbohydrate consisting of a number of monosaccharide sugar molecules bonded together to form long chains. Some examples of polysaccharides include starch, glycogen, and cellulose. that is produced from the endosperm of the Senna Obstusifolia plant, also known as Cassia tora. The endosperm seeds from the plant are purified and then ground into flour. After it is boiled, the flour dissolves in water and forms a very viscousThe property of a substance in regards to it's stickiness, thickness and fluidity. aqueous colloidal solution, which is used as an emulsifierUsed in food to maintain a uniform mixture between two or more unblendable mixutres. For example a mixture of oil and water. This is achieved by having one end of the emulsifier molecule soluble in water and the other end soluble in fats and oils., and gelling agentUsed to stabilise, thicken and modify the texture of the food through gel formation. in foods.
Common Uses
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